
- BGG rank
- BGG #29,164
- BGG rating
- 5.4
Where in the USA is Carmen Sandiego?
- 2–6 players
- 60 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 1993

1992
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Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? is a board game released in 1992 for 2–6 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by A. Robert Moog.
Players answer trivia questions to move around the world. By catching henchmen, players can deduce where Carmen Sandiego is located to win the game. The related Where in the USA is Carmen Sandiego? game has its own separate page.
Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? supports 2–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? is 60 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? for ages 10 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? has a complexity rating of 1.4 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? belongs to these categories: Movies / TV / Radio theme, Deduction, and Video Game Theme. Categories describe the theme, setting and style of a game rather than its rules. Filter the catalogue by the same category to find similar games when you enjoyed Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? and want something comparable for your next game night.
The credited designers of Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? are: A. Robert Moog. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.